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The Art of Excellence

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The Art of Excellence is a business podcast hosted by Glenn Zweig. It has 124 episodes, with the latest published February 2026.

The Art of Excellence is an in-depth interview-style podcast about people who have accomplished great things in their lives. The goal of the show is to deliver inspiring stories from ultra-successful entrepreneurs, athletes, entertainers, authors, thought leaders and anyone doing something extraordinary. We will explore the backgrounds, talent, work ethic, sacrifices, mental outlook and serendipity that led to their success.

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Frank Weisser: High trust at mach speed

2

Aron Ralston: Turning Boulders into Blessings

3

Aimee Boorman: Coaching Simone Biles beyond medals and perfection

4

Elizabeth Rowe: Former Principal Flutist on Redefining Excellence Beyond the Spotlight

5

Stanley McChrystal: Four-star General (Ret.) on character and leadership

6

Dr. Kwane Stewart: CNN Hero of the Year and Founder of Project Street Vet

7

Michael Grab: Rock Balancing Artist on Making the Impossible Possible

8

Dean Koontz: 500 million books sold and counting

9

James Lawrence "aka" Iron Cowboy: 100 full distance triathlons in 100 days

10

Adam Galinsky: Unlocking the formula to inspiring leadership

11

Diane Boyd: Wildlife biologist and wolf conservationist

12

Laurie Santos: The Happiness Professor on the science of well-being

13

Don Lemon: Award winning broadcast journalist and media trailblazer

14

Guy Snodgrass: Former naval aviator, TOPGUN instructor, and speechwriter for Secretary of Defense James Mattis

15

Craig Foster: My Octopus Teacher Academy Award winning documentary filmmaker

16

Adrian Newey: Greatest Formula 1 race car designer ever

17

Maurice Ashley: Chess Grandmaster, glass ceiling breaker, life philosopher

18

Gary Hunt: Ten-time world champion cliff diver

19

George Mumford: Psychologist, elite performance coach, and mindfulness guru

20

BJ Miller: Palliative medicine physician and educator on life and death and everything in between

21

Kara Swisher: Tech journalist, digital media entrepreneur, and pioneer

22

Dr. Rae Wynn-Grant: Wildlife ecologist and first black woman to host a TV nature show

23

Daniel Goleman: How to use Emotional Intelligence to Achieve an Optimal State Every Day

24

Kristin Harila: Mountain Climbing World Record Holder

25

Amy Edmondson: Harvard Business School Professor and Leadership Guru on the Art of Failing Well

26

Chris Voss: Former top FBI hostage negotiator and CEO of The Black Swan Group

27

Jason Belmonte ("Belmo"): Greatest Bowler of All Time

28

Bubba Watson: Professional golfer and two-time Masters champion

29

Frans Lanting: Internationally Renowned Wildlife and Nature Photographer

30

Carol Tomé: Chief Executive Officer of UPS

31

Bob Waldinger: Psychiatrist, Professor, Zen Master, Happiness Guru

32

John Mather: Nobel Laureate in Physics and senior project scientist on the James Webb Space Telescope

33

Cindy Timchal: Winningest Coach in Division I Women's Lacrosse History

34

Will Guidara: Restaurateur Extraordinaire and Hospitality Innovator

35

David Copperfield: Magician, Entertainer, Storyteller

36

James Burrows: King of Sitcoms

37

Marshall Goldsmith: The Father of Executive Coaching

38

Bertrand Piccard: Psychiatrist, pilot, explorer, adventurist, environmentalist, and humanitarian

39

Gary White: Water.org and WaterEquity Cofounder and CEO

40

Andre Rush: Celebrity chef and yes, that guy with the 24-inch biceps

41

Jack Garcia: Undercover FBI Agent

42

Robert O'Neill: Navy SEAL who killed Osama bin Laden

43

Barry Sonnenfeld: Director, Producer, Cinematographer

44

Monica Aldama: 14 national cheerleading championships and counting

45

Eileen Collins: First female pilot and commander of a Space Shuttle

46

Katharine Hayhoe: Climate scientist and chief scientist for the Nature Conservancy

47

Maya Gabeira – Big wave surfing legend

48

Howard Shore: Academy Award-winning composer

49

Erin Brockovich: Consumer advocate and environmental activist

50

Ed Stafford: Extreme adventurer, explorer, and reality TV competitor

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